News
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawai‘i until 6:45 p.m
County Grants Driver’s License to Woman Wearing Headscarf
The County of Hawai‘i granted a REAL ID compliant driver’s license to a Muslim woman wearing a headscarf in the license photograph on April 18, 2018.
Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: Oct. 6–12
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled from Saturday to Friday, Oct. 6 through 12, 2018.
Addiction Resource Center Expands to Hawai‘i
Addiction Policy Forum, a leading addiction nonprofit, has expanded its ARC to include treatment resources, facilities and health care providers specific to Hawai‘i.
OHA Receives Native Hawaiian Housing Award
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) was awarded the 2018 Native Hawaiian Housing Award at the 17th annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
ACLU: Muslim Woman Endures ‘Ordeal’ With Hawai‘i County DMV
The ACLU of Hawai‘i (ACLU) sent a demand letter to Hawai‘i County Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
7 Solar Projects in Negotiations
Major solar-plus-storage projects on three islands, representing the largest infusion of renewable energy in state history, are now in contract negotiations.
Deadlines to File Requests for Hurricane Lane
President Donald J. Trump issued a major disaster declaration on Sept. 27, 2018, for the State of Hawai‘i.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in Ventura
The Hikianalia Alahula Kai o Maleka California Voyage continued with a stop in Ventura County on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
Big Island Road Closure Updates
Hawai‘i Police Department reports that North Kulani Road is closed between Highway 11 and Ihope Road due to flooding.
Flood Advisory Hawai‘i Island Extended
The National Weather Service has extended the Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i until 11:15 p.m.
Maui Fire Crews Airlift 26 to Safety
Maui fire fighters were kept busy over the last 24-hours with multiple rescues that resulted in airlifting 26 people to safety.
HPD Searching for Missing Pāhoa Woman
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a Pāhoa woman who has been missing since, Oct. 2, 2018.
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Oct. 1, through Oct. 7, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Wong-Kalu Named Hawaiian Community Educator of the Year
Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu was honored with the Kamehameha Schools 2018 Native Hawaiian Community Educator of the Year award.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island Extended
The National Weather Service has extended the Flood Advisory for the island of Hawai‘i until 7:15 p.m.
Affordable Care Act Individual Rates for 2019
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division released final decisions for 2019 Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual plan health insurance rates.
Sen. Hirono on Trump’s Plan to Privatize USPS
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released the following statement in support of Hawai‘i USPS workers’ rally to oppose the Trump administration’s efforts to privatize USPS.
Man Arrested in Hilo for Sexual Assault
Hawaiʻi Island Police report that 26-year-old Daniel Brooks, with no permanent address, was arrested in downtown Hilo on Saturday, Oct. 6, about 10 a.m.
Hikianalia Arrives in Ventura, California
The Hikianalia Alahula Kai o Maleka California Voyage continues with a stop in Ventura County.
